Literacy

Books, both fiction and non-fiction, are available and read daily in each classroom. However, literacy is based first in oral language - conversations about our days, what we do and see, what we read, what we think about. Phonemic awareness, the foundation of phonics, is built through finger play, poetry and games. Alphabet knowledge comes through many directed experiences with print . Writing is encouraged as our children begin to understand how our written language works. Creative interaction with our stories through puppets, and play acting enrich our literacy experiences.

We re-enact the story of The Three Little Pigs

Music and Art

We learn rythms from around the world

Often our classrooms are full of the sounds of children making music. Singing, dancing, playing musical instruments, and listening are all part of our well rounded music offerings.

At the Learning Center we put interesting materials in our children’s hands and allow them to experiment and create. We help them master the materials- how to use a paint brush, cut with scissors, use glue, and care for dough. It’s the children’s ideas and work that are allowed to flourish and develop.